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Hickory Grilled Burgers

The sweet taste of hickory makes these hickory grilled burgers something special. This may be the world's best hamburger recipe for those of us who love a smokey burger taste. Try it out this summer! You'll be glad you did.

Cooking Time20 min

Cooking MethodGrilling

Ingredients

  • 2 pound 99% lean ground beef
  • 1 package dry onion soup mix
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon hot sauce
  • 3/4 cup bread crumbs
  • Hickory chips
  • Worcestershire sauce

Instructions

  1. Soak hickory chips in Worcestershire sauce and water for one hour or more.
     
  2. Combine food ingredients in large mixing bowl and mix well.
     
  3. Roll into patties, making roughly about 11 to 13 patties, depending on size and thickness desired.
     
  4. Spread hickory chips over hot coals and wait until they flame up. If cooking on a gas grill, reduce heat when this occurs.
     
  5. Grill burgers to desired state (rare, medium rare, medium well or well).
     
  6. Well usually takes about 20 minutes or so to cook, turning frequently and depending on heat applied.
     
  7. Serve between sesame seed bun and if desired, plenty of lettuce, tomato, onion, and pickles. Makes for a great summer cookout and is nicely complimented by potato salad and/or baked beans.

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